Sophia's expression turned serious as she looked directly at her father. "Dad, I understand your concerns, but I want you to know that I didn't plan any of this. My feelings for Ethan are real. We didn't orchestrate this as a joke or a prank. I love him."Ethan, his voice filled with conviction, added, "Sir, I genuinely care for Sophia. Our relationship may have unfolded unexpectedly, but my feelings for her are sincere. I assure you that we are not joking or playing around with something as serious as love."Sophia's dad studied their faces intently, searching for any signs of deception. The room remained hushed as tension filled the air. After a long pause, he finally spoke, his voice carrying a mix of skepticism and curiosity. "If this is true, then prove it to us. Show us that your love is genuine and enduring.""Prove our love?" Sophia and Ethan exchanged looks filled with curiosity and anticipation. Ethan turned his attention back to Sophia's father and asked with genuine intere
Sophia turned to her dad, her eyes filled with determination and a hint of desperation."Dad, is this enough to prove that Ethan and I are in love?" She pleaded, hoping to find a glimmer of understanding in his gaze.Her father let out a weary sigh, his face displaying a mix of frustration and concern."What if it's the money that Ethan wants?" he questioned, his voice heavy with skepticism.Sophia's eyes widened with disbelief."Dad, it's not about the money," she insisted earnestly. "Ethan has never asked me for anything. Our love goes beyond material possessions."Elora, unable to contain herself, interjected with youthful enthusiasm. "Sister Sophia, your love is so beautiful! I can't wait to fall in love too," she exclaimed, her innocence shining through.However, their mother quickly hushed her."Shut up, Elora, how old are you?" She sounded angry."But mom, I'm 19, I'm not a kid, right?" Elora replied"My dear, you're still under your parents' care, so just focus on your studies
"Don't worry, just leave everything for me to handle; I'll take care of it." He said it with a reassuring smile as he walked back into the dining hall.Seeing them walk back into the hall, one of the women laughed and said,"Take a look, that's the CEO who drives a BMW M8 walking back." This caused the other woman to laugh. Sophia's parents were mad now at Ethan, feeling he was making jokes of them.They both had also heard of the powerful conglomerate Aureus, and we were also stunned when Ethan claimed to be the CEO of the company.Sophia's dad's face turned red with fury, unable to hold his anger as he confronted her. Ethan. "You dare to call yourself the owner of Aureus? Do you think we are fools to believe such blatant lies? You are nothing but a liar and a fraudster!"Ethan, realizing the gravity of the situation, attempted to defend himself. "I understand how this sounds, but I assure you, I am not lying. I know it's hard to believe, but I am the CEO of Aureus Group of Conglome
The room fell silent once again, waiting anxiously for the voice on the other end of the line to confirm or shatter their expectations. Sophia held her breath, her fingers intertwining with Ethan's.Victoria's voice came through the phone, saying, "Hello aunt, hello uncle.""Who are you?" Sophia's mom asked, her voice filled with skepticism and caution."I'm Victoria Campbell, the manager of Aureus," Victoria replied calmly, her tone confident and assured.Sophia's mom hesitated for a moment, her eyes scanning Victoria's face on the screen. "Are you really Victoria?" she questioned, her voice trembling with uncertainty.Victoria let out a gentle chuckle, understanding the disbelief. "Yes, auntie, it's really me," she reassured, her smile reaching her eyes.The room held its breath, waiting for further proof. Sophia's mom took a deep breath and asked, "Can you show your face on a video call? We want to be sure.""Of course, auntie," Victoria replied, her voice filled with understanding
Ethan shook his head after hearing Sophia's mom ask him to stay."Thank you, Aunt, but I'll have to return tonight; I have other things to take care of tomorrow." He said"Hmm." Sophia's mom sighed. "You're the boss, so it shouldn't be a problem. I know this place might be small compared to your house, but please, you should stay." She saidEthan shook his head, a conflicted expression on his face. "No, I can't stay," he replied firmly. "As much as I appreciate your offer, I think it's best if I return to my own place. It's not about the size or comfort of the house, but rather about respecting boundaries and giving you space as a family."Sophia's mom's smile faltered slightly, disappointment evident in her eyes. "But Ethan, we want you to feel like part of our family. You don't have to worry about imposing. This is your home too now, as Sophia's fiancé."They didn't want Ethan to go home just like that; at that moment, it was like God visiting you and you letting him go instantly. At
The next day, Ethan's eyes slowly fluttered open, and as his gaze shifted, he found himself locking eyes with Sophia. A brief moment of surprise passed between them, their hands unintentionally intertwined. Realizing their close proximity, Ethan quickly released his arm and rolled away from her, a hint of apology in his eyes. Sophia greeted him with a warm smile and a cheerful "Good morning you're up." "Good morning Sophia, it seems I misbehaved last night." Ethan respondedSophia chuckled and said, "You know, Ethan, you rolled to my side last night. I think you were trying to claim more of the bed for yourself." She playfully teased him about his unconscious actions.Ethan, feeling embarrassed, quickly responded, "Oh, I'm so sorry, Sophia. I didn't realize I was encroaching on your space. It wasn't intentional, I promise."Sophia smiled warmly and reassured him, "It's alright, Ethan. I know you didn't mean it. We were both just trying to find a comfortable position. No harm done."
Once they entered the room, Sophia couldn't hold back her concern any longer and confronted Ethan, asking, "Why did you accept Elora's nonsense? You've already done more than enough." Ethan remained silent, a gentle smile playing on his lips as he began to walk toward Sophia.Sophia, taken aback by his unexpected approach, started to step back, her eyes widening in surprise. Ethan continued to advance, his determined steps causing Sophia to retreat until her back pressed against the wall. She nervously uttered, "Ethan, what's wrong?"Closing the distance between them, Ethan's body drew closer to Sophia's, and in a soft whisper, he reassured her,"Why worry? Don't be concerned. I promised you that I'd make sure everything went well."With those words, he turned around and started to step back, creating some distance between them. Sophia's racing heart began to calm down, and she found her voice again: "You scared me."Ethan chuckled lightly, his eyes filled with warmth, and replied, "Fo
The "Eternal Enchantment" bracelet was a sight to behold, a testament to exquisite craftsmanship and timeless beauty. Its intricate design showcased a flawless blue diamond centerpiece, radiating a mesmerizing azure hue that seemed to dance with inner light. The delicate curves and meticulously crafted details of the white gold setting enhanced the diamond's brilliance, while a halo of smaller diamonds encircled the centerpiece, creating a halo of scintillating sparkles.As word spread about the display of the "Eternal Enchantment" bracelet, a crowd of eager spectators flocked to the designated center. Excitement rippled through the air, mingling with whispered conversations and hushed exclamations. People from all walks of life had come together, their collective curiosity drawn by the allure of this extraordinary piece of jewelry.Sophia turned her gaze towards Ethan, her eyes shining with awe and excitement. "Ethan, isn't this bracelet simply breathtaking?" She whispered, her voice